AFX Spindles - SOLD OUT.

[TitoJones]

Guys-

We just sold our last set of the tall AFX spindles for the F/X body platforms. We do have around 15 sets of the tall spindle for use on A/G body cars with B body upper/lower ball joints. Steering arms are going off to the anodizer middle of next week, and we should be shipping in about 3 weeks.

For those F/X body guys who missed out on the 2nd batch, the 3rd batch will be ready in the middle of Sept, but the price has been increased from $625 to $695.

A and G body guys- you have 15 or less chances to get in before you feel that price increase. Steering arms are $175 for the pair.

Tyler

[Larry Callahan]

Way to go Tyler!

[formula]

Wow...hey....great....so....about those...second gen spindles...any word on them?

[zbugger]

Wow...hey....great....so....about those...second gen spindles...any word on them?

And for this, you're not getting any.....

[formula]

Humph. I didn't even want them.

Can I please have them now?

[Steve1968LS2]

Selling out is ALWAYS a good thing.. congrats Tyler!

[TitoJones]

Thanks to all you members here our AFX spindle venture has been a total success. We will continue to make these types of products and cater to platforms that don't get much love.

Formula-

You are a very persistant guy. We are working with Marcus at SC&C on completing the steering arms. I can't give you a timeline, but I can say we will have an application for the 70-81 F body by the end of the year.

You are blacklisted from buying them though. ;) J/K

Tyler

[NvrDun71]

Hey Tyler....
This may be a stupid question or idea but have you guys considered manufacturing a cheaper version of the AFX design spindle? Possibly out of a different material (without sacrificing integrity) with something other than the C5/6 hub/bearing assembly. More or less just a bare bones spindle with the same design??? Just Curious if there was an option for us poor folk who want to reap the benefits of an awesome design on a budget.....

[TitoJones]

Hey Tyler....
This may be a stupid question or idea but have you guys considered manufacturing a cheaper version of the AFX design spindle? Possibly out of a different material (without sacrificing integrity) with something other than the C5/6 hub/bearing assembly. More or less just a bare bones spindle with the same design??? Just Curious if there was an option for us poor folk who want to reap the benefits of an awesome design on a budget.....

We asked our forging company about doing different materials, and our die cannot do anything but aluminum. We thought of doing a 1 off set in Titainium, but the shrinking of the cooled part will not work with the tolerances of the dies we have.

I usually don't do this, but Heidt's and Fatman both make a taller spindle that will accept stock style hubs and brakes, but the real drawback is the 2" pin drop. The drop on their spindles cause huge tie rod to rim issues, and limit widths to 7" or under.

We wouldn't make a downgraded spindle due to our strive to push the envelope on all our products. Besides, before we sold out, we were cheaper than a set of DSE upper control arms, which don't offer much in terms of handling, and we continue to out perform $3K stage 3 DSE kits and Guldstrand mod cars. For the price, our performance and quality cannot be touched.

Tyler

[Bill Howell]

I am looking forward to doing a article on the installation of my set Tyler, and "trying them out" at the protouring event here in Sept.!

[NvrDun71]

We asked our forging company about doing different materials, and our die cannot do anything but aluminum. We thought of doing a 1 off set in Titainium, but the shrinking of the cooled part will not work with the tolerances of the dies we have.

I usually don't do this, but Heidt's and Fatman both make a taller spindle that will accept stock style hubs and brakes, but the real drawback is the 2" pin drop. The drop on their spindles cause huge tie rod to rim issues, and limit widths to 7" or under.

We wouldn't make a downgraded spindle due to our strive to push the envelope on all our products. Besides, before we sold out, we were cheaper than a set of DSE upper control arms, which don't offer much in terms of handling, and we continue to out perform $3K stage 3 DSE kits and Guldstrand mod cars. For the price, our performance and quality cannot be touched.

Tyler

I here ya man. I appreciate the response. I have heard nothing but excellent reviews about the AFX spindles. Just thought I would throw the question out there. In time I will have a set......

[chicane67]

In a thought.

To compromise the thought in a well engineered product by making a 'cheaper' version is something ATS will not do. The product is what it is..... and if could have been done 'cheaper'..... I am sure it would have been.

But the 'no compromise' motto of ATS stands true. Once it's in the blood there is no turning back.......

[71Formula]

We are working with Marcus at SC&C on completing the steering arms. I can't give you a timeline, but I can say we will have an application for the 70-81 F body by the end of the year.

Now that is good news! I have got to get a set of those for my 71. Keep us updated on these will be available. I know I will start saving up the pennies right now.

[aonghus]

...and we continue to out perform $3K stage 3 DSE kits and Guldstrand mod cars. For the price, our performance and quality cannot be touched.

I have nothing to contest with regards to quality, but as of yet, are there any apples to apples comparisons between the addition of the ATS spindles versus the Stage 3 DSE kits?

I lurk quite a bit on these forums and others, read the mags. I havent seen any real world tests. Just "bench racing" and discussion regarding the advantages of modified geometry provided by the taller spindle versus the stock height spindle.

Please correct me if I'm wrong...

[formula]

Thanks to all you members here our AFX spindle venture has been a total success. We will continue to make these types of products and cater to platforms that don't get much love.

Formula-

You are a very persistant guy. We are working with Marcus at SC&C on completing the steering arms. I can't give you a timeline, but I can say we will have an application for the 70-81 F body by the end of the year.

You are blacklisted from buying them though. ;) J/K

Tyler

I prefer obsessive over persistent. Plus when I grew up, I learned that persistence often leads to reward. I'll leave you guys alone till the end of the year. Time to start saving up!!

[lowboy]

Guess I missed out again. Been waiting on the Chicane suspension system w/splined swaybar to be completed. You guys at ATS promised to contact me as soon as this kit is finished. Wouldn't mind some kind of heads up so that every time I see that the AFX spindles are sold out, I don't feel like I missed out.

[vanzuuk1]

Speaking of persistent, any word on a price for the back spoiler in fiberglass?

[Rick Dorion]

In the interim I purchased the SC&C UCa's with the 1" taller UBJ. Is there any reason to go with an ATX tall spindle using a std UBJ when they become available or get the standard height spindle along with my existing tall UBJ?

[TonyHuntimer]

Hey Tyler,

How much are the bearing Corvette bearing pack's going for these days?

Congrats on selling out! It's nice that you don't raise the price on the spindles as soon as the foundry raises your price. Instead you wait until you receive the higher priced run. That's good for your customers.

Tony Huntimer
RaceHome.com

[jwcarguy]

Formula makes a great point about being "obsessive" But aren't we all obsessive about our cars and pro-touring in general! Which means we want the best products and services for our babies that we are obsessive (and sometimes persistent about) Excellence, great customer service and Top of the Line products are what you will get from ATS!
I was one of the lucky ones that just bought a set of AFX spindles to change direction on my 68 restored SS to go to Pro Touring. Tyler, Shane and the ATS staff have been instrumental in helping me and all of us in our quest to build the best cars to suite our individual needs.
I will post my own experiences/ results with the new spindles, but if you're in dought, you should talk to some of the top notch suspension gurus (that we are lucky to have on this site) about the quality, craftsmenship and performance with ATS products.
My car will be down at ATS' shop for Tyler and Shane to set up the alignment hopfully next week. I'll post my opinion/ experience then. That's if I ever want to stop driving it and actually get out of the car! (Obsessive!!)
Many Thanks to ATS and their staff, for all the help,state of the art products, information, service and support! Jeff Wheeler